I often had no scruples about deceiving nitwits and scoundrels and fools when I found it necessary. ...We avenge intelligence when we deceive a fool,… - Giacomo Casanova

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I often had no scruples about deceiving nitwits and scoundrels and fools when I found it necessary. ...We avenge intelligence when we deceive a fool, and... deceiving a fool is an exploit worthy of an intelligent man. What has infused my very blood with an unconquerable hatred of the whole tribe of fools from the day of my birth is that I become a fool myself when I am in their company.

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About Giacomo Casanova

Giacomo Casanova (2 April 1725 – 4 June 1798) was an Italian adventurer and author; also known as Jacques Casanova de Seingalt. He was famous for his elaborate love affairs and his encounters with famous contemporary figures.

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Native Name: Giacomo Girolamo Casanova
Alternative Names: Casanova • Kazanova • Giacomo Girolamo Casanova di Seingalt • Giacomo Girolamo Casanova de Seingalt • Giovanni Giacomo Casanova de Seingalt • ג'אקומו קאזאנובה • Jacques Casanova de Seingalt • Jacques Casanova • Dzhiakomo Kasanova • Джакомо Казанова • Giacomo Girolamo Casanova De Seingalt • Casanova de Seingalt
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